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Country Studies: The Gulf War

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Almost as soon as the Cold War ended, another war began. The First Persian Gulf stemmed from the Iraqi invasion and occupation of Kuwait and the threat that posed to other Persian Gulf states and the countries throughout the world that...
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World War 1

Worldwar1.com: Great War Society: The Allies Post Caporetto Support of Italy

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This is an excerpt from the book Touring the Italian Front 1917-1919 by Francis Mackay (also known as Battleground Europe). It describes the ground and operations covered by the British, French and US Expeditionary Forces deployed from...
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Siteseen: American Historama: World War 1

For Students 9th - 10th
Thirty interesting facts about World War 1 include the causes of the Great War, the American Expeditionary Force (AEF), the countries of the Allies and Central Powers, the American troops, WW1 weapons and the different types of warfare...
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Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980: Lyndon Johnson as President

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Learn more about the president who expanded both the war in Vietnam and social programs at home.
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Siteseen: American Historama: The War of 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides an overview and detailed facts and information on the War of 1812, the short war between the US and Great Britain that resulted in a stalemate.
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Khan Academy: Us History: 1800 1848: The War of 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
The War of 1812 pitted US forces against those of Great Britain in a battle for control over the destiny of the North American continent.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Us Summary in World War 1

For Students 9th - 10th
Summaries of events and major accomplishments surrounding President Woodrow Wilson, the United States, and World War 1.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Lyndon B Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of Lyndon Johnson and summaries of important events during his presidency.